EIAT Basic Algebra and Equations 5

Question 1

Solve for w: 6w + 5 = 4w + 17

Accepted Answer

6

Answer

Subtracting 4w: 2w + 5 = 17 → 2w = 12 → w = 6.

Question 2

An elevator rises at v floors per minute. In 8 minutes it covers 40 floors. What is v?

Accepted Answer

5

Answer

8v = 40 → v = 5 floors per minute.

Question 3

If 5(x + 2) = 35, what is x?

Accepted Answer

5

Answer

Dividing by 5: x + 2 = 7 → x = 5.

Question 4

Which inequality is equivalent to 2x - 4 > 8?

Accepted Answer

x > 6

Answer

Adding 4: 2x > 12 → x > 6.

Question 5

A conduit contains n wires. After adding 9 more there are 25. Find n.

Accepted Answer

16

Answer

n + 9 = 25 → n = 16 wires.

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